Dodge County, Nebraska Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Nebraska. Population: 9,924.
The median annual property tax in Dodge County is $2,591, which is 31% higher than the Nebraska state average and 35% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.38% on a median home value of $188,100. Property taxes represent 3.6% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,591
+31% vs State
+35% vs US
Median Home Value
$188,100
+23% vs State
-11% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.38%
+8% vs State
+45% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,670
$223/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,453
$204/mo
Homeowners with a mortgage typically own higher-valued properties, which can result in higher tax bills.
Property Tax History
| Year | Median Tax | Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $2,591 +4.5% | 1.38% |
| 2022 | $2,480 +10.4% | 1.47% |
| 2021 | $2,247 +3.4% | 1.53% |
| 2020 | $2,173 +4.2% | 1.58% |
| 2019 | $2,086 | 1.60% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.6%
of median household income
Median Income
$71,294
per year
Monthly Tax
$216
per month
Other Counties in Nebraska
Thurston County
Tax: $1,599/yr Rate: 1.52%
Howard County
Tax: $2,314/yr Rate: 1.13%
Scotts Bluff County
Tax: $2,401/yr Rate: 1.49%
Garfield County
Tax: $2,085/yr Rate: 1.44%
Morrill County
Tax: $1,453/yr Rate: 1.30%
Kearney County
Tax: $2,675/yr Rate: 1.23%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Dodge County, Nebraska? ▼
The median annual property tax in Dodge County is $2,591 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.38% on a median home value of $188,100.
How does Dodge County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Dodge County are 35% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.38% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Dodge County? ▼
In Dodge County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,670 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,453. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Dodge County? ▼
Property taxes in Dodge County represent approximately 3.6% of the median household income of $71,294. The national benchmark is generally 2-4% of household income.
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Data source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Property tax data reflects median amounts paid by homeowners. Effective rates are calculated as median tax divided by median home value.